Sale 9412
London, South Kensington
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15 May 2002
Price realised
GBP 7,638
Estimate
A pair of Arita baluster jars Circa 1700 Painted in coloured enamels and gilt with panels of peonies, chrysanthemums and blossoming trees issuing from pierced rockwork, one with a cover with karashishi finial (cover with damage to rim) 14in. (35.5cm.) high (2)
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Pre-Lot Text
The Property of Sir John and Lady Acland
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